Are you looking for trusted dog training in McKinney, TX? If yes, Dog Tags is the company you can count on for the job. We do Five Day Camp, Board and Train, Private Coaching, Behavior Modification, Group Classes and more. We have a team that provides some of the best dog training in the McKinney area. Our dog training in McKinney has a well-trained team of dog trainers to offer our clients exceptional dog training. We have the right equipment and install durable and effective training to make your home look beautiful. Contact us to get a free estimate on your next project today.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
Science-based training addressing aggression, anxiety, and reactivity, giving owners practical tools to manage and reinforce their dog's progress at home.
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy trainingProgram details
Early training programs for young dogs building foundational obedience and confidence, including the 5-Day Training Camp designed for fast, focused results.
Socialization
Behavior support
Aggression training
Fear and confidence
Reactivity training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
Also offered as Board & Train — dogs stay at the facility for structured, full-time training covering obedience, leash manners, and behavior improvement with real-world practice daily.
Group classesProgram details
Ongoing group sessions that build on private lessons, helping dogs practice obedience, improve socialization, and stay engaged in a structured, real-world setting.
Private training
Dog age
Puppies
Support between sessions
Follow-up support
Assistance and working dogs
Protection trainingProgram details
Specialized protection training led by founder Calvin Farmer Jr., who brings background in both police and personal protection dog work.
Service dog trainingCustomer-reported
Additional services
Boarding
Consultations
Free consultationProgram details
An initial conversation to evaluate a dog's behavior, temperament, and goals, used to recommend the training program that's the right fit before starting.
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
Science-based, results-driven obedience training tailored to each dog's temperament and goals, backed by 25+ years of hands-on training experience under founder Calvin Farmer Jr.
Private Coaching Sessions (in home & At facility)Program details
One-on-one training with a certified trainer, available at the McKinney or Dallas facility or in the client's home, focused on specific challenges and reinforcing better behavior.
BootcampProgram details
An intensive, immersive program built to teach obedience, better behavior, and impulse control in a condensed timeframe for owners wanting faster results.
5-Day Training CampProgram details
A focused, on-leash program for dogs needing fast results, building confidence and essential commands in just five days.
Scent Detection / TrackingProgram details
Specialized training in scent detection and tracking work, part of the advanced canine disciplines offered under the academy's leadership.
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5/5We are so grateful for the incredible work Madison has done with our rescued pup. From the very beginning, she understood the challenges we were facing with the fear and anxiety our rescue pup had. Madison approached her with so much patience, compassion, and expertise. She not …Read full reviewClose full review
We are so grateful for the incredible work Madison has done with our rescued pup. From the very beginning, she understood the challenges we were facing with the fear and anxiety our rescue pup had. Madison approached her with so much patience, compassion, and expertise. She not only helped our puppy feel more confident and comfortable, but she also gave us the tools to support her in everyday situations after our board and train ended.
Madison’s training methods were thorough and effective. What impressed us most was how she celebrated even the smallest progress, which made the journey feel hopeful and encouraging. Thanks to Madison’s guidance, our dog is happier, calmer, and better equipped to handle the world around her.
We couldn’t recommend Madison more highly to anyone looking for a trainer who truly cares and makes a difference.
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James Abendroth
5/5
I had my dog trained by Calvin and his staff as a service dog. The transformation was amazing! She is a new dog (almost) with the same sweet demeanor. I can’t recommend them enough!
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Marsha Jackson
5/5
Thank you so much for working with my 8 month Cane Corso pup. I’m 100% satisfied with your training and shocked to see how much she’s learned. Thank you so much.
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Kris Kerns
5/5
I’m so glad I put Willow in training with Dogsense. I love the way she works with the commands. I worked with her for 2 months and couldn’t get the results that Felicity got. She did such a great job.
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Catherine Romain
5/5
Cedric and Calvin are the real deal, they not only care about the dogs that they train but they also care about the owners and handlers. If you want the upmost respect and training for your K9 give them your business, learn from the best so your dog can be the best.
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